An arc process of nitrogen fixation in which air passes through an alternating-current arc flattened by a magnetic field to form about 1% nitric oxide.
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SEQUESTER
To form a stable, water-soluble complex.
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AIR COOLER
A factory-encased assembly of elements whereby the temperature of air passing through the device is reduced.
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BALL BEARING
An anti-friction rolling type bearing containing rolling elements in the form of balls.
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FILTER ELEMENT
The porous device that performs the actual process of filtration. Also known as Cartridge
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HYDROFINISHING
A process for treating raw extracted base stocks with hydrogen to saturate them for improved stability.
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AIR INFILTRATION
The leakage of air into a room through cracks in doors, windows, and other openings.
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CLEAN ROOM
A facility or enclosure in which air content and other conditions (such as temperature, humidity, and pressure) are controlled and maintained at a specific level by special facilities and operating processes and by trained personnel.
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ACID ATTACK
Caused by an incomplete flushing after an acid cleaning process of boilers or similar equipment.
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OUTDOOR AIR
Air taken from outdoors and, therefore, not previously circulated through the system.
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SPREAD
The divergence of the air stream in a horizontal or vertical plane after it leaves the outlet.
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